Are you a woman who is considering a career change or someone who would like to get paid what you are worth for your painting skills? The International Union of Painters and Allied Trades has a place for you. We often have several painting jobs that require someone that can create a great faux finish or add artistic detail to offices and residences that are being built. Women are known for having a great eye for detail and the passion for getting the job done right the first time. Those are great skills set to have when working with your hands!
Even with that being said, we are aware that it’s common for women to have some hesitation about joining a construction trade union. You may worry about being treated unfairly or wonder what the work atmosphere may be like for women in the trades. The truth is that many women have found working in the skilled trades rewarding because of the opportunity for a more flexible schedule and receipt a much higher pay with benefits. Moreover, it’s been reported that women have a higher job satisfaction rate coupled with higher confidence in themselves and pride in the work they do. Let us know if we can put you in touch with women who are currently painters in IUPAT to share their experiences with you. Or, ask us about apprenticeships and other opportunities for women painters at IUPAT now.
What Do You Need to Get Started in a Painting Career?
For high school students, start looking now into the Ontario Youth Apprenticeship Program. There you’ll be able to begin training for your career, while getting paid for it, before you finish high school. For those looking for a new career path, you’ll just need a high school diploma or GED equivalent to get started. Then, contact our office to learn more about available apprenticeship programs as well as opportunities for grants and scholarships that can help pay for your training.
We’re excited to meet the demand skilled trades in today’s workforce and are ready to help you find a rewarding career as a painter in the skilled trades in Ontario. Contact us now to get started.
